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    Silly things you've done when tired?

    in The Bar

    Posted · Edited by kaniSS

    Not something I've done but I caught my sister in law "servicing" her old Corolla a few years a go by draining the oil and getting the hose ready to put water in the engine to "wash the engine out" before putting new oil in. lol. 

    I got there just as she pulled the hose up to the oil intake. (Saved her car) 

    The wife and I were stunned, but she did prove to me what I've always suspected. No brains lol. Wife agreed for once.

     

    Lack of decent jetty access in Sydney.

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted

    Do you guys get the feeling like we just have a shortage of decent Jetties in Sydney to fish off? I know we have our ferry wharf's (most are no fishing) and the odd small jetty like Clifton but we really lack big long jetties to fish of, specifically built for fishing.

    I spent a good part of my life in South Australia when I was younger, fishing off piers such as this;

    https://50greatdives.com/listing/rapid-bay-jetty/  Rapid Bay
    https://villasonthebeach.com/jetty-wallaroo/     Wallaroo
    https://www.google.com/search?q=victor+harbour+jetty&client=firefox-b-d&sxsrf=ACYBGNSeBCFzD98DOl0AspxL73RppjnG7g:1579750392440&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiymObn5JjnAhX36XMBHZtxBoAQ_AUoAnoECBwQBA&biw=1682&bih=724#imgrc=-ldfYdwEvczF_M  Victor Harbour

    And many more. Even Victoria has decent piers that stretch out a mile.
    https://www.google.com/search?q=mordialloc+pier&client=firefox-b-d&sxsrf=ACYBGNQne9t51Fyc0gh0P116x_g9AdCKZg:1579750692354&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjUyef25ZjnAhVEH7cAHaeQAFoQ_AUoAnoECBIQBA&biw=1682&bih=724#imgrc=tXrxCSWcqo_KYM

    I was heavily involved in fishing back then due to these piers. Since moving to Sydney in 97 I've just lost the passion. Small ferry wharf's with no fishing signs, land based spots fished out, pier 5 shut down now, snobby people shunning us fisho's for fishing their local piers and having a sook to the authorities at any chance.

    We have a few piers here and there but nothing significant in my opinion and even if we do they are shut off to the public. (ie: Port Kembla)  

    All those Jetty's shown above are facing the open ocean and open to the public. I feel miserable here. I want my kids to enjoy these type of piers but we are out of luck. 

    How do you guys feel about this?

    Gymea Baths Access??

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted

    OHHHH I see now lol God I'm such a buffoon lol. It's confusing cause I couldn't see the road on google earth due to the tree line...

    So don't turn right into the residential cul-de sac road, keep going and it's on the right. Mate that's awesome, thank you for the info.

    Kids will love this. I've been wanting to take them there for a swim and fishing for a while.

    Our plan is to take some worms, prawns, and nippers. Hopefully they can catch something. I'll be throwing a few SP's around... and dealing with the kids off course. 

    Gymea Baths Access??

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted

    Hi All,

    I'm taking my 2 boys (10 and 8 ) fishing on Friday. We plan on hitting Audley Weir first, followed by Swallow Rock boat ramp and we want to finish up at Gymea baths for a fish and swim. 

    Just one silly question how do you get down to the baths? Where do you park your car? last time I went to have a look by car, I couldn't figure it out so I drove off.

    I've attached an image for reference.  (I'm guessing you walk through the bush where I've marked in blue? is this right?) Can I park on the street where the pic is taken from? 

    Cheers.

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    Casting with a Drone

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted · Edited by kaniSS

    20 hours ago, Volitan said:

    I also bought a drone for fishing but promptly lost it.

    Thinking about it, could you use an rc boat for line setting?

    The main problem with using a drone is that if it goes down you’ve effectively lost it. A boat is already in the water so no problems there - and it has no problem with getting wet.

    Would an rc boat have adequate range and power to tow a line out?

    Bait boats have been used for ages, but in the chop they are pretty much useless. (I had one before the drone.)

    You could always go for this Splashdrone

    https://cubox.com.au/products/splashdrone-3-plus?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=Google Shopping&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIva-I1a7C4gIVlY6PCh02pwoZEAQYAyABEgIypvD_BwE

    Waterproof as well. With the Gannet and thick braid you could pull it back in in my opinion.

    Casting with a Drone

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted

    On 5/25/2019 at 9:26 AM, spalms said:

    Cheers kaniSS for the info. I have been thinking about drone casting for sometime as I'd seen feature videos before but hard to get info on!  

    Great to see you've had some adventure (although can be a hard hit at time!!) I'm gonna try & pray I don't burn a hole my pocket also! 

    Think the payload release is the key to the exercise, so want to examine to the options. Will look into the Gannet unit you'd suggested. I also see that you may be able to program the drone once you have a hook up, to return to a pad landing automatically. That allows you to concentrate on landing the catch

    Am aware of the restrictions with drone in sydney & agree it is ridiculous!! I generally go south coast so I got some free space down there

    Thanks guys & will update any findings

     

    Cheers spalli

    You should be ok with the Gannet release system, just got to install heavier braid to pull it back in if it falls.
    Reason I say braid is its so thin you can fit a lot more line on your spool. These DJI drones can take your line 5-7 clicks out.

    Just make sure you turn off the collision avoidance sensors on the drone before lifting off with your bait or the line + bait can hinder the path you fly.

    Finally, I tend to take the bait out, drop it in the water and hit the return home button asap, while it returns I take the slack up on the reel and then catch the drone and switch it off to save battery power... reel easy. 

    Good luck.

     

     

     

    Casting with a Drone

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted · Edited by kaniSS

    Yeah mate, I do this often, but only on family trips away from Sydney as we are quite limited as to where I can use the Drones here. $900-$9000 fines can be given out if you don't comply with the CASA maps.

    https://www.casa.gov.au/aircraft/standard-page/can-i-fly-there-drone-safety-app

    The app is more detailed, download and have a look @ the map. It's pretty much a blanket flying ban all over Sydney. (bloody ridiculous)

    First time I tried it I lost the Mavic Air. It cut out mid flight, dropped to the water about 200m out. I had a cheap release system I made myself (coat hanger). I lost that one, it was too far out. ($900 down the drain)

    I have the Mavic Pro now with more lifting power and a Gannet payload Release. I should of got the Phantom 4 to get bigger baits out there but stuff paying 3k for that risk.  I also use heavier braid so if it ever fell in the water, I should be able to reel it back in with the gannet holding the line in place and try my luck with DJI warranty / insurance for a new one.

    You do catch better fish, the investment is well worth it.

     

     

    Lock out

    in Fisheries News and Regulations

    Posted

    On 9/7/2018 at 3:43 PM, Welster said:

    There is no doubt about it we have given to ground on to many issues.   

    I feel sorry for our kids griwning up with the crap rules society keeps dishing out. 

    For sure. My son came home upset on Friday from School he is 9. Told me "Is fishing now banned dad"? I said no, he was happy. Apparently his friend told him it wad banned now. Sad stuff. 

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    Lock out

    in Fisheries News and Regulations

    Posted · Edited by kaniSS

    All this lockout BS has shown me one thing and that's the method Greenies use to get their message across. The days of protesting on the streets with flowers and sandals are gone. They have infiltrated government now, using authority to ban all the activities we enjoy.

    We fisho's are too soft, we still have the "She'll be right mentality" we should up in their faces.

    All rounder rod and reel package.

    in Tackle Talk

    Posted

    Hi Gents, I've been out of the tackle world for so long so not sure what I should be looking for these days. 

    Looking for an all rounder, big fish rod that will serve the following purposes;

    -Rock fishing, Beach fishing, Boat fishing - Big enough to cast far, but not as big as a surf rod and small enough to fit in an Estate Wagon. Prefer 2 piece but 1 is ok.   

    Also looking to match it up with a 8000 size reel. I want this reel to hold up against big kings, as a NZ trip is lined up next year. Prefer one with 2 spools. Shimano or Daiwa prefered. 

     

    What do you guys recommend?

    Budget - Rod - $100-150

    Reel - 300-350 max.

     

    Cheers.

     

    Botany Bay Boat Ramp + Cooks River mouth breakwaters.

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted

    Gents, what can one expect to catch off the rocks at both of these locations? I've had a look around the forum and google but there is very minimal info.  
    For some reason these spots remind me of Port Kembla breakwaters, a spot I love fishing frequently. Instead of driving 1 hour down to the Gong, I might hit these spots instead.

    I've seen some youtube videos on the boat ramp, might see if I can get the yak close enough to the port jetty without getting busted..:)

     

    Sickening Sunday

    in Fishing Reports

    Posted

    Nothing worse than feeling it gradually coming on and you know you can't do anything about it. Diet coke and crackers seem to work for me. Those pills make it worse, feel all drowsy and tired. 

    On the upside you both provided the burley for the day resulting in a mixed bag for others heheheh...

    Georges River Spots near Milperra for Kids?

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted · Edited by kaniSS

    18 hours ago, frankS said:

    There is the small jetty at the boat ramp behind Flower Power can't get much closer to Milperra, but I'm sure you already know that spot.

    Frank

    Funny you say that I was just looking at that Boat ramp. Nothing fancy I know but a good time wasting spot for the kids...Just a 5 minute drive from me too. Wonder if it holds anything to keep them entertained.

    Georges River Spots near Milperra for Kids?

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted

    Hi Gents,

    Any spots you can recommend with good lighting and safe for kids to take my little ones for a night session? Close to Milperra would be good. No eating just catch and release. They have been bugging me all through winter lol. Even little tailor, bream or yakkas to keep them busy for a night. 

     

    Cheers.

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